Originally posted by DW58 I like the looks of that area. Have not been there yet. Last Sunday watched an episode of Idaho Outdoors of a group of ladies canyoneering in the Owhyees. Wife has family in Payette. May have to drop a hint that this summer would be a good time to visit. Would probably be heading south from there without her though as she's deathly afraid of snakes.
If you decide to visit that area, here's some easy directions if you're coming from Payette. Take Hwy. 45 south and cross the Snake River and you will immediately come to Hwy. 78. Turn left, and you will go less than a mile and there will be a sign on the right that says "Hemmingway Butte OHV Park." Take that road and keep following it and it will take you to exactly where this photo was taken. There are some of the most fascinating, rugged rock formations I've ever seen there. The road is paved and goes for miles and miles up into the Owyhees. A remarkable area. Be sure and have your camera with you.... and the colors are magnificent during the "golden hour."
As far as snakes, I've lived in Idaho for almost 20 years and have spent countless hours in the high desert area and have seen only one snake.... and it wasn't a rattler. And, believe me, I've climbed over rocks and canyons and hill and dale and never seen a single one other that the lone little garter snake.
If you do get to visit this area, if you'd care to, PM me and I'd be happy to show you the way. I live in Nampa.
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Originally posted by slowpez Great sky and great light.
Thank you, Susan. This area is one that changes remarkably during the last couple of hours before sundown. The color shift is incredible.... the gold and red and orange is amazing. And, it you're lucky and get some clouds mixed in, it can create a gorgeous canvas. It's a very remote area with no buildings for miles and miles.